Wood-plastic composites

Wiley-Interscience

2007

xxvii, 698 pages

Includes bibliographical references and index

9780470148914

1. Foreword-overview : wood-plastic composites -- 2. Composition of wood-plastic composite deck boards : thermoplastics -- 3. Composition of wood-plastic composites : cellulose and lignocellulose fillers -- 4. Composition of wood-plastic composites : mineral fillers -- 5. Composition of wood-plastic composites : coupling agents -- 6. Density (specific gravity) of wood-plastic composites and its effect on WPC properties -- 7. Flexural strength (MOR) and flexural modulus (MOE) or composite materials and profiles -- 8. Compressive and tensile strength and modulus of composite profiles -- 9. Linear shrinkage of extruded wood-plastic composites -- 10. Temperature driven expansion-contraction of composite deck boards : linear coefficient of thermal expansion-contraction -- 11. Slip resistance and coefficient of friction of composite deck boards -- 12. Water absorption by composite materials and related effects -- 13. Microbial degradation of wood-plastic composite materials and "black spots" on the surface : mold resistance -- 14. Flammability and fire rating of wood-plastic composites -- 15. Thermo- and photooxidative degradation and lifetime of composite building materials -- 16. Photooxidation and fading of composite building materials -- 17. Rheology and a selection of incoming plastics for composite materials

This is the first book that presents an overview of the main principles underlying the composition of wood-plastic composite (WPC) materials and their performance in the real world. Focusing on the characteristics of WPC materials rather than their manufacture, this guild bridges the gap between laboratory-based research and testing and the properties WPC materials exhibit when they're used in decks, railing systems, fences, and other common applications. Complete with practical examples and case studies." "This is a comprehensive, hands-on reference for scientists, engineers and researchers working with wood-plastic composites in plastics and polymers, materials science, microbiology, rheology, plastic technology and chemical engineering, as well as a text for graduate students in these disciplines. It's also a resource for suppliers and WPC manufacturers, and a guide for developers, homebuilders, and landscape architects who want to know more about wood-plastic composites and their performance in the real world

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